1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 1000 | F355 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |
